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Choir excavation of base of south arcade (three bays). Taken by W Harvey Brook.

The bundle includes newspaper cuttings and other notes collected by John Ward Knowles and relating to events in the city of Leeds, including obituaries. Also includes two souvenir programmes for the City of Leeds Tercentenary Celebrations, July 1926, and article from Woman's Home magazine entitled 'The Romance of Old China', one programme for the Leeds Musical Festival Album and one exercise book of newspaper cuttings entitled 'Scripture'.

The images are not identified however the numbers on the reverse of some images appear to be panel numbers. It is possible that these images relate to one of the windows in York Minster.

These negatives and postcards were originally individually labelled by J W Knowles, and stored in poor quality envelopes. During the process of cataloguing, these items were repackaged into archival quality envelopes, and the details on the original envelopes transferred to the catalogue descriptions. This information now appears in the 'Title' field. Please see individual item descriptions for full details of this extensive series.

Please note, reference numbers KNO/24/2011 to KNO/24/2199 were not used.

Colour and black and white postcards showing stained glass windows in various cathedrals in the United Kingdom and Europe. Also contains a series of postcards hand annotated by J W Knowles relating to stained glass techniques (these appear to be photographic prints pasted onto blank postcards).

The images are not identified however the numbers on the reverse of some images appear to be panel numbers. It is possible that these images relate to one of the windows in York Minster.

The images are not identified however the numbers on the reverse of some images appear to be panel numbers. It is possible that these images relate to one or more of the windows in York Minster or from churches elsewhere in York, and certainly includes at least one image from the St William window.

The black and white images are most likely from projects J W Knowles and Sons worked on, including St Cuthbert window (York Minster), Wragby Church, St William window (York Minster), St Chad, Lady Chapel windows (York Minster), Parker window (most likely York Minster), Penancer's window (York Minster), Peter de Dene window (York Minster), Bell window (York Minster), Cartmel Fell, Clerestory (York Minster), Nave (York Minster), South Aisle Choir windows (York Minster), Bowett window (location unknown), Great East Window (York Minster), St Saviour's Church East Window, St Martin's Coney Street (window destroyed in the Blitz), St Dennis (Denys) Church, St Helen's church, St Michael-le-Belfrey, glass by Peckitt in Bishopthorpe Palace, Bolton Percy East Window, St Michael's Spurriergate, St Martin's Micklegate, Holy Trinity Goodramgate, All Saint's North Street, Gilling Castle (signature of Bernard Dunninghoff), Merchant Taylor's Hall, Denton in Wharfedale, Great Malvern, St Gyles (Camberwell), Bardwell Church (Suffolk), Saxlingham Nethergate Church (Norfolk), Malvern Priory, Little Malvern, Winscombe (Somerset), Hawsker Church, Deerhurst (Gloucestershire), Wolveden Window (York Minster) and Essars Church. The images are generally details or panels rather than full windows. Also includes details of stained glass techniques and condition, and copies of stained glass window designs from books and secondary sources.

Most of the images are photographic prints created by J W Knowles and Sons and pasted ont blank postcards. Some are identified and include Fountains Abbey, cathedrals in France, Switzerland and Belgium, photographs of York streets and buildings, details from York Minster fabric rolls relating to glass and glaziers, York Minster windows, Great Malvern, St Martin's Church Leicester, All Saint's North Street York, Gloucester Catherdral and others. Many of the images appear elsewhere in the glass plate negative and photographic print collection, however these copies also contain explanatory notes. A large percentage of these images do not contain captions, however they are likely to be of stained glass in York Minster and other churches.

Includes handwritten histories of each church in the city, their rectors and monuments, as well as newspaper cuttings relating to various churches. Arranged alphabetically by church.

Papers produced by J W Knowles and Sons in the course of trading with their customers. Includes a number of account books and customer testimonials.

The card index is arranged alpabetically and contains secondary source entries relating to windows and glaziers. Please note, many of the secondary sources to which these cards refer are not held in the collection itself.

Postcards of carved stalls and capitals from buildings in the United Kingdom and across Europe.

The images are not identified however the numbers on the reverse of some images appear to be panel numbers. It is possible that these images relate to one or more of the windows in York Minster, most likely the St William window.

Photographed plan titled 'Plan of York and District Shewing the Prominent Natural Features' [sic]. At bottom left corner: 'Geo. Benson Mar 11 1902'. Thought to be a plan belonging to George Benson (1856-1935), a local architect and historian. Lantern slide.

The volume contains handwritten notes on a variety of different subjects, including window restoration, porcelain and painting.

Chancel showing general upset. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

North Nave arcade, showing the De Warrene Shield. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

South Nave Arcade, showing a group of workmen. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Demolition of 18th century west wall. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Early English angle window capital. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Restored nave, from one bay west of nave. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Kemp Bes Lancets, St Thomas a Beckett. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

West window, south aisle nave. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

South east angle of south aisle choir and east wall. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Chancel, showing the old pews piled up. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

North Nave arcade showing the third, fourth and fifth bays, and the Russell window. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

South Nave Arcade, showing the remains gallery. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Camber of new west door and wall. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Early English capitals from demolition of part of choir or transept. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Laurel leaf capital, transition (early English). Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Laurel capital, choir. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Corbel table, Priory Gatehouse. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Restored nave, looking north east. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

SW angle of north aisle, nave and font. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

North aisle and nave, looking east. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

North aisle and nave, with west window and door through arcade. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

North aisle and nave, showing two west lancets and door. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

North aisle and nave, showing west lancet, north aisle. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

New west wall lancets and Kempe's glass. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

New west wall lancets, exposed for glass only. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Chancel showing the East Window in disorder. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

South Arcade, showing a door (possibly temporary). Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Building new west wall, Saville's Court. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Early English angle capital terminal. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Angle capital, Transition (Norman). Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Kemp Bes Lancets, St Benedict and St Martin. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

New west wall lancets and Kempe's glass. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

New west wall, north triform and arcade. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

South east angleof east wall, showing demolished choir and workmen. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

South east angle of south aisle choir, showing plinth. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Bundle of theatre programmes for various productions staged at York Theatre Royal and the Grand Opera House and retained by J W Knowles.

North Nave arcade, showing the 'Crompton door.' Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Demolition of 18th century west wall. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Angle capital, late Norman or early English. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Chancel and Great Tower piers. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Restored nave, from one bay west of nave. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

North aisle and nave, looking west, with arcade and west window. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

North aisle and nave, showing new west bays and triform. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

New west wall lancets, exposed for glass only. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Base pier, second and third bay north arcade. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Early English grave slab found in excavation of nave. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

South east angle of east wall, showing demolished choir. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Rectory garden, with JW demolished wall. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Rectory garden, with JW demolished wall. Taken by W Harvey Brook.

Scrapbook compiled by J W Knowles containing newspaper cuttings, handwritten notes and concert programmes.

West Base in situ, north door.

Includes catalogues for various art exhibitions held at York City Art Gallery during the period.

North door, restored by W Harvey Brook.

Eight plates. Photos of stained glass, showing full window and details; Mary and the angel, scroll reading 'Behold the Handmaid of God'.

Includes loose handwritten notes, black and white photographs and newspaper cuttings compiled by J W Knowles about musicians and music in York, as well as various musical productions and pageants.

The funeral of Christopher Milward took place in York Minster.

The volume contains handwritten notes and newspaper cuttings compiled by J W Knowles about the history of Kings Square, Colliergate, Walmgate, Petergate and High Petergate. Information is arranged by street.

Includes one catalogue to the permanent collection of pictures in City of York Art Gallery, 1907; and two catalogues for Design and Handicraft exhibitions held at City of York Art Gallery and Museum, Exhibition Square, 1923 and 1925.

Includes handwritten notes and newspaper cuttings collated by John Ward Knowles on a variety of subjects, including stained glass in France, choristers, organs, churches and church matters.

The volume was compiled by J W Knowles and includes handwritten biographical notes on historical artists based in York, as well as newspaper obituaries of more recent artists.

Originally held in a box marked 'Knowles Wooden box plates 28.'

Bundle of handwritten notes and newspaper cuttings compiled by J W Knowles about the history of High Ousegate, Low Ousegate, Blossom Street, Bridge Street and Micklegate. Includes one black and white photograph of E Knowles, chemist in Blossom Street.

Made by Keith & Co. Three plates. Identical images of the open case with items of four piece communion set in front of it - chalice, paten, pyx, cruet.

The windows are by Comper. Some of the plates are particularly badly damaged and will require conservation. Originally held in a box marked 'Knowles Wooden box plates 28.'

The Historical Pageant took place 26-31 July 1909. Actors are pictured here in costumes, including a man gesticulating from a desk. Lantern slide.

West front, from Priory Street.

The Historical Pageant took place 26-31 July 1909. Actors are pictured here in costumes, including a man with a roman helmet. Lantern slide.

Includes handwritten notes and newspaper cuttings collated by John Ward Knowles on a variety of subjects, including glass making, clocks, parish clerks, organs and music.

Mr Fletcher carving terminals.

The Historical Pageant took place 26-31 July 1909. Actors pictured in costumes, including a man with a roman helmet. The women are in white dresses and appear to be dancing. Lantern slide.

The Historical Pageant took place 26-31 July 1909. Actors are pictured here in costumes. Desk on lefthand side unattended. Lantern slide.

Scrapbook compiled by J W Knowles containing newspaper cuttings and handwritten notes.

Includes loose handwritten notes and newspaper cuttings compiled by J W Knowles about musicians in the city, primarily the various bands and some individuals. Also includes an 'index to York musicians'.

Originally held in a box marked 'Knowles Wooden box plates 28.'

The estate belonged to members of the extended Knowles family.

This volume has the subtitle 'A list of York Musicians from early times to the present day' and includes handwritten notes and newspaper cuttings compiled by J W Knowles about musicians in the city. Arranged alphabetically by surname, this volume covers surnames Allen to Hudson. Indexed.

North door, showing base of Roman pillar.

Base of Roman pillar outside the front of Jacobs Well.

Includes: 1. abstract quatrefoil-based design; 2. painted image of St Catherine; 3. Painted image of St Hilda and 4. painted image of St Cuthbert.